Quaking Aspen Necklace - Downloadable PDF Pattern/Tutorial

$20.00

This project was inspired by the leaf shape of the quaking aspen tree, a deciduous hardwood type of poplar tree that grows in New England. The leaves of the tree shake in the breeze in a way that makes the tree look like it is shimmering in the sunlight.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Techniques: Bead embroidery, tubular herringbone stitch, netting, brick stitch

Materials You’ll Need:
(1) Swarovski 18x13mm pear stone (art. 4320)
(1) Two-hole open-back setting for 18x13mm 4320
(2) Swarovski 14x10mm pear stones (art. 4320)
(2) Two-hole open-back settings for 14x10mm 4320
(30) Swarovski 4mm pearl
11g Size 11/0 seed bead color A (metallic)
1g Size 11/0 seed bead color B (accent 1)
2g Size 11/0 seed bead color C (accent 2)
3g Size 11/0 seed bead color D (accent 3)
6g Size 11/0 seed bead color E (accent 4)
7g Size 15/0 seed bead
6” x 6” Nonwoven stitching base
6” x 6” Cork Fabric or other backing material
Preferred beading thread (nylon thread or fishing line thread recommended)
Beading needles (size 11 and 12 recommended).